Figurative Language Review

The mystery was a puzzle that needed to be solved.

• simile

• metaphor

What is the meaning of this metaphor: The mystery was a puzzle that needed to be solved.

My backpack is so full that it is as heavy as an elephant.

• metaphor

• simile

What is the meaning of this simile: My backpack is so full that it is as heavy as an elephant.

Leonardo is the shining star of our class because he works hard and treats people with respect.

• simile

• metaphor

What is the meaning of this metaphor: Leonardo is the shinning star of our class because he works hard and treats people with respect.

Stefan is very popular but his sister is more withdrawn and prefers to be alone. Withdrawn most likely means. . .

• loud

• private

• happy

• outgoing

Once I finish this level, I will progress to the championship round.

Progress most likely means. . .

• develop

• grow

• jump

• move

Instead of a smile, Esperanza had a huge grimace on her face when she heard that she had to finish her chores.

Grimace most likely means. . .

• scowl

• grin

• mark

• smirk

The flowers are so fragrant that I stop to smell them every day.

Fragrant most likely means. . .

• stinky

• bright

• sweetly scented

• large